I woke up late and had breakfast in a hurry. I had never been late and didn’t want my boss to be unsatisfied. However, it seemed that day wasn’t a lucky one for me from the very second I left my flat. The moment I wanted to rush downstairs one of my stiletto heels (细高跟) broke. I had to return to change my red shoes. I also had to change my purse and other little things that I had tried to match with the shoes. I was sure I would be late for work.
On my way to work I had to wait for over half an hour because of an accident. I had no choice but to wait. I phoned my boss and he told me that it was no problem, but he needed me for the meeting with the Japanese clients (客户) that morning.
Finally, I arrived at the office one hour later. I had to keep calm and be fresh for the meeting to make the clients sure that our plan was the best for their future commercial (商业的) project. However, I left the plan I had made the night before at home and was going to present (介绍) it to the clients. I was about to get angry when I realized that I had a draft (草稿) of it in my office.
At last, the presentation came to an end and it turned out to be a success. But I have to say that I had a terrible day, full of incidents.Which of the following is NOT the reason of the writer being late for her work?
| A．She got up late in the morning. |
| B．She changed her purse and other little things. |
| C．One of her shoe heels broke. |
| D．She had a traffic accident on the way to work. |
According to the passage, what could we learn about the writer?
| A．Her boss was very angry with her. |
| B．She often arrived at her office on time. |
| C．She left her plan on the bus. |
| D．She was nervous at the meeting. |
What did the clients think of the writer’s presentation?
| A．Dull. | B．Just so-so. |
| C．Excellent. | D．Terrible. |
According to the passage, which is the correct order of the following events?
a. She presented the plan to the clients.
b. One of her stiletto heels broke.
c. She arrived at the office.
d. She phoned her boss.
e. She tried to match her purse with her red shoes.
| A．beacd | B．bedca | C．dceab | D．edcba |
Transportation and communication networks bring people together. Yet sometimes people themselves create barriers(障碍) to transportation and communication. In some countries, laws stop people from moving freely from place to place. Over the centuries, many groups of people have been denied the freedom to travel because of their race, religion, or nationality. In the Middle Ages, for example, Jews were often forbidden to move about freely within certain cities. South Africa's government used to require black Africans to carry passes when they travel within the country. Some governments require all citizens to carry identification papers and to report to government officials whenever they move.
Countries set up customs posts at their borders. Foreign travellers must go through a customs inspection before they are allowed to travel in the country. Usually travellers have to carry special papers such as passports and visas(签证). Some countries even limit the number of visitors to their country each year. Others allow tourists to visit only certain areas of the country, or they may require that travellers be with an official guide at all times during their stay.
Many of those barriers to travel also act as barriers to communication.
When two governments disagree with each other on important matters, they usually do not want their citizens to exchange news or ideas freely. Countries often try to keep military or industrial information secret.
Today, people have the ability to travel, to communicate, and to transport goods more quickly and easily than ever before. Natural barriers that were difficult or dangerous to cross a hundred years ago can now be crossed easily. The barriers that people themselves make are not so easy to overcome. But in spite of all the different kinds of barriers, people continue to enjoy travel and the exchange of goods and ideas.
6. The examples in paragraph 2 are used to tell the readers that _______
A. people have been allowed to travel freely within the country
B. people have not been permitted to travel freely for various reasons
C. travellers have to carry special papers such as passports and visas
D. customs posts are necessary at the borders of the countries
7. Some governments limit the freedom of communication because___
A. they intend to keep their national secrets unknown to others
B. they think such freedom will lead to wars
C. they often disagree with each other on important matters
D. they want to show their authority over communication
8. We may learn from the passage that _______
A. people do not care about the removal of barriers between countries
B. people can not remove the obstacles made by themselves
C. man-made barriers are sometimes harder to overcome than natural ones
D. barriers should be taken for granted as they always exist
9. Which of the following can serve as the best title of the passage?
A. Barriers Made by People B. Functions of Communication
C. Restrictions on Transportation D. Progress of Human Society
10．Which is NOT mentioned as the possible limits some countries put on foreign visitors?
A. They have to get a visa before they enter the country.
B. Only a limited number of visitors are allowed to enter the country every year.
C. Not every part of the country is open to foreign tourists.
D. They have to report to government officials when they come to a new place.
In the very early 1800’ s, a young boy about 14 years old named John lived in an orphanage (孤儿院) in Old England along with several other children. Orphan meant unwanted and unloved.
Christmas was the one day of the year when the children didn’t work and received a gift, an orange. Usually they tried to taste and preserve it for so long that it often rotted before they ever peeled(剥开)it to enjoy the sweet juice. Many thought were expressed as Christmas time approached.The children would say, “I will keep mine the longest.” John usually slept with his next to his pillow. This year John was overjoyed by the Christmas season. He was becoming a man and stronger and soon he would be old enough to leave. He would save his orange until his birthday in July.
Christmas day finally came. The children were so excited as they entered the big dining hall. Immediately the master shouted, “John, leave the hall and there will be no orange for you this year.” John’s heart broke violently wide open. He turned and went swiftly back to the cold room. Then he heard the door open and each of the children entered. Little Elizabeth with her hair falling over her shoulders, a smile on her face, and tears in her eyes held out a piece of rag to John. “Here John,” she said, “this is for you.” As he lifted back the edges of the rag he saw a big juicy orange all peeled and quartered and then he realized what they had done.
John never forgot the sharing, love and personal sacrifice his friends had shown him that Christmas day. In memory of that day every year he would send oranges all over the world to children everywhere.
1. The first paragraph is mainly to tell us that ______.
A. John lived in the early 1800’ s B. John’s parents had died
C. John lived a hard life in an orphanage D. John lived with several other children
2. These children would be happiest when ______.
A. they got the special gift B. they preserved it very long
C. they finally enjoyed the sweet juice D. they entered the dining hall
3. What would overjoy John most the next year according to the second paragraph?
A. He placed his orange next to his pillow.
B. He would eat his orange on his birthday.
C. He wouldn’t get his special gift.
D. He would stay in the orphanage for another year
4. According to the text, where did John’s orange come from this year?
A. It was made up of what these children donated.
B. His master gave him a whole one again.
C. These children bought him one.
D. Little Elizabeth donated hers to John.
5. What can be inferred from the text?
A. John had expected he wouldn’t get the gift this year.
B. John knew why he didn’t get the gift this year.
C. John felt ashamed for not getting the special gift.
D. The story teaches us to learn to share with others.
Be Brave With New Things
The old advertising slogan, “so simple a child can do it ,” has taken on new meaning to me. A few weeks ago I got a computer, but I an mechanically illiterate. I knew that children had no fear of the future, so that seemed a good place to seek help. I asked my nephew, twelve years old, at an elementary school, to help me.
My nephew took the machine for granted and has simply accepted the fact that computers are now a way of life. He plays with them and does his homework on them and even creates programs for them. I , on the other hand, are terrified by what this equipment can do. It can interchange paragraphs, switch words around and even correct my spelling. It informs me of Its limitations, takes commands and asks questions. It even seems to have a sense of communication. Rather than accusing me of making an error, it prints “One of us has made a mistake!” It never gets tired and is always patient and ready to go when I am.
I think it was somewhat normal for me to be suspicious of computers. They represent a break with some very familiar habits and traditions. It is only human to instinctively avoid anything that shifts thoroughly from the acceptable, comfortable past. But the world is governed by ceaseless change and we must therefore establish links with the present and future as well as the past. Computer technology is an excellent case in point, as the newest systems grow out of date in only a few years, or even months.
This ability to see, experience and accept the new is one of our saving characteristics. To be fearful of tomorrow, to close ourselves to possibilities, to resist the inevitable, to advocate standing still when all else is moving forward, is to lose touch. If we accept the new with joy and wonder, we can move gracefully into each tomorrow. More often than not, the children shall lead us.
19．What is the new meaning of “So simple a child can do it” for the author?
A．computers are so easy to operate that even a child can play them well
B．A child can always do more complex things than an adult.
C．It is easier for a child to accept new things than for an adult.
D．A child has greater ability than an adult in operating computers.
20．According to the second paragraph, which of the following statements is true?
A．The nephew thought it is natural to accept the fact that computers are now a way of life.
B．The nephew believed that machines were made for people to do whatever they wanted.
C．computers are not only used to communicate, but also to remove their limitations.
D．It is a fact that both adults and children have accepted computers as a way of life.
21．Which of the following doesn’t the author’s computer do ?
A．It asks the author if she has made a mistake.
B．It accuses the author of making mistakes.
C．It corrects the author’s spelling mistakes.
D．It informs the author of her mistakes.
22．According to the third paragraph, it is human nature that we resist those things which
A．only represent the comfortable and acceptable past
B．change thoroughly into the comfortable and acceptable past
C．make people stand still when all else is moving forward
D．change completely from the acceptable and comfortable past
Dallas Children’s Theater Academy
ShowBiz Summer 2008
Rosewood Center for Family Arts
5938 Skillman * Dallas, TX 75231 * (214) 978-0110
Important Information
* All classes are taught by DCT Theater Professionals!
* All Grade Levels indicated are for Fall 2008.
* Tuition Deposit required for registration.
* Tuition balance due on the first day of class. No tuition refunds (退款).
* DCT reserves the right to cancel any class; refunds made for cancellation.
* Please accompany student to first day of class.
* Registration begins one-half hour before class time.
* Questions? Call Nancy Schaeffer at (214) 978-0110 or e-mail nancy@dct.org
How To Register
MAIL: * Fill out the form in this brochure.
* Be sure to list the class and group that you want & the dates.
* The registration form may be copied.
FAX: Complete the registration form and fax it to DCT at (214) 978-0118.
PHONE: Call (214) 978-0110.
WEB: Visit www.dct.org, click on Academy Classes
Drama Days! — $175
Entering Grades: Group A: K Group B: 1st & 2nd Group C: 3rd –– 5th
Mon. –– Fri. 9: 30 a .m. –– 1 p.m. June 2 –– June 6
* Day One –– come up with a character, work with your class to plan the play.
* Day Two –– create the situations and scenes for your one-of-a-kind show!
* Day Three –– rehearse (排演) your part.
* Day Four –– pick a costume, get ready!
* Day Five –– SHOWTIME –– invite family and friends to your Friday Showcase!
* Bring a sack lunch and drink each day!
Laugh Out Loud –– $175
Entering Grades: 5+ Mon. –– Fri. 1:30 p.m. –– 5:00 p.m. June 23 –– June 27 Show Friday, June 27
* Do you like comedy? Try your hand at the world of comedy in the class just for you!
* Learn a comedy sketch from the old masters!
* Tell a joke! Learn why old jokes can be the best!
* Work with your class to put on a one-of-a-kind Comedy Show for family and friends!
Acting –– Just Acting –– $225
Group A: Entering Grades K; Group B: Entering Grades 1st –– 2nd; Group C: Entering Grades 3rd –– 4th; Mon. –– Fri. 9: 30 a .m. –– 2:30 p.m.; Session I: July 28 –– Aug. 1; Session II: Aug. 4 –– Aug. 8; Session III: Aug. 11 –– Aug. 15
* Are you ready to challenge your acting skills and try something new?!
* Start with the characters: Who are you? Be the Star of your Dreams.
* Become the character you’ve always wanted to be.
* Work with your class to create the plot.
* Get ready to present your show for family and friends on the final Friday!
Summer Scenes –– $225
Entering Grades 5th and 6th; Mon. –– Fri. 9: 30 a .m. –– 2:30 p.m.; Session I: July 28 –– Aug.1; Session II: Aug. 4 –– Aug. 8; Session III: Aug. 11 –– Aug. 15
* Do you want to be an actor?
* Improve your skills with instruction from professional actors & directors.
* Rehearse and perform scenes from your favorite plays.
* Develop characters and polish performances!
14. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To attract readers to attend Summer Scenes.
B. To persuade readers to attend ShowBiz Summer 2008.
C. To earn money from the introduction.
D. To teach readers how to register for ShowBiz Summer 2008.
15. If you want to attend Showbiz Summer 2008, you should be aware that ______.
A. tuition must be paid at least before June 2
B. there’ll be no refunds in any case.
C. registration begins half an hour after class time
D. students had better be accompanied on the first day
16. It can be inferred from the text that all the four one-week specials ______.
A. are intended for children aged below 5
B. are all held at Rosewood Center for Family Arts
C. will take place in June or July and last five days
D. need students to bring a sack lunch and drink each day
17. Which of the following classes suits those who want to be actors?
A. Drama Days! B. Laugh Out Loud.
C. Acting – Just Acting. D. Summer Scenes.
18. Where is the text most probably from?
A. Part of a brochure. B. An entertainment magazine.
C. A newspaper. D. A guide book.
There is no doubt that watching television and can influence the way that people behave. Moreover, it seems that people are spending more and more time watching some sort of visual entertainment, whether it is television, a video tape or a DVD. Therefore, the effects of visual media cannot be ignored.
One obvious effect of the these media is that watching them induces people to buy certain products. television advertising is widespread and, nowadays, even movie theaters permit advertisements. Another way TV and the movies affect people is that they give people either a broader view of the world or a distorted（扭曲的） one, depending on what type of program they watch. Those who watch news and educational program can learn many new things while those who watch primarily entertainment shows may come to believe that most people in the world possess great wealth and good looks. It may make them become dissatisfied with their own lives. Finally, perhaps the most susceptible（易受影响的）viewers are children, who may be unable to tell fact from fiction and may try to imitate acts that they see on TV or in the movies.
With the every-increasing popularity of video entertainment, society must pay attention to these effects. Television and movies, while entertaining and informative, cannot take the place of real experience.
10．From the passage, we know that watching television and movies can ________.
A. make people live better B. make people feel pleased
C. make people change their way of life D. make people live worse
11 The writer holds the view that _______.
A.people may take no notice of the effects of the visual media
B.people must pay attention to the effects of the visual media
C.the effects of the visual media make the world changed greatly
D.the visual media only affect young people
12. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.Those who watch news and educational programs can earn a lot of money and become very pretty.
B. The reason why most people possess great wealth and good looks is that they often watch television advertising.
C. People buy products only when they are induced by television advertising.
D. People who watch primarily entertainment shows may come to believe that most people in the world are rich and beautiful.
13.What would be the best title for the text?
A. The Influence of Television and Movies
B. The Reason Why People Watch Television and Movies
C. Television and Movies Induce People
D. The Importance of Television and Movies.